May 23, 2005

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Warmest regards,
Devin Kimura
President, Artbeads.com

Pewter in Gold, Silver and Copper
We looked high and low to find a pewter line that meets up with Artbeads’ exacting quality standards, and here it is! Our new pewter line is electroplated in 22 karat gold, sterling silver, and copper to a thickness that exceeds industry standards. All the pewter is lead free and made in the USA. We are thrilled with this new line and know you will be too! From the ever-popular awareness ribbons and adorable animal beads, to the everyday needs like spacers and clasps, there is truly something for every bead project in this wonderful new pewter line. But don’t take our word for it, visit our brand-new pewter section and buy your favorite designs today  then you can be the judge!

Specials of the WeekWe are so excited about our pewter additions that we are even running specials on the most requested items. We know you can’t get enough of our gold toggles, so we are offering our 22k gold-plated pewter Large Leaf Clasp for only $1.79! That is over 25% off the regular price! Everyone is requesting “Made With Love” charms to add to all of their gift and retail beaded jewelry projects! We know our customers love silver, so we are offering the “Made With Love” pewter charm in the sterling silver-plated finish. Personalize every piece you make for only $0.65 apiece! Copper is the hot new color for beaders. This week we offer our adorable Spiral Printed Cat Charm in copper-plated pewter for the low price of $0.79! These make great earrings, charm bracelets, scrapbook charms or bookmark ends. This offer is ONLY for orders placed directly from our Specials of the Week page on our web site, and is only valid until 1pm (Pacific time), May 27, 2005. To purchase, click on the photo to the right or go to the Specials of the Week page of the web site.

Rhinestone Rage
The rhinestones are taking over at Artbeads.com! We have flatback fever with our new line of Swarovski crystal rhinestones. They are un-drilled crystals with flat backs for use in embellishing. Whether you are adding sparkle to your prom gown or a little “bling” to your cell-phone cover, you will quickly become addicted to these little gems! Please visit Fun Craft Projects in the Learning Center for some great free bead patterns using the Swarovski flatbacks. To purchase Swarovski crystal rhinestone flatbacks go the Swarovski Flatbacks section of our web site.

Attention All Brides!
We know you want your wedding to be unique and memorable, and we are here to help! Don’t put the same old tulle wrapped candy on the table as favors. Instead, why not make wine charms for all of the champagne glasses that your guests can take home with them? Check out the Love and Hearts section in our sterling silver charms category for some great wedding charms. Be sure to celebrate your maid of honor with her own special charm! For the bride we have a gorgeous bridal bracelet made with Swarovski pearls and crystal. Visit the Learning Center for step-by-step instructions.

Thank Your Teacher with a Butterfly Parade!
Your child’s teacher worked hard this year. Do you really think she wants another macaroni necklace or lumpy clay coffee mug? Using our sterling silver-plated pewter butterfly wings, Czech fire-polished glass beads and Swarovski bicones, our designer made this adorable butterfly bracelet. It’s easier than it looks  your child can help you make something their teacher can be proud of! For detailed instructions visit the bracelet section of our Learning Center and click on Butterfly Parade Bracelet or just click on the photo above to go directly to the example on the web site.

Q: I am not very artistic, but want to embellish with Swarovski flatbacks, where can I find design ideas?

A: While it is true that pewter has received some bad reviews in the press, we are proud to say that our pewter is lead free. Our supplier uses only culinary grade tin alloys that meet or exceed all federal and state standards for lead-free pewter. In addition, our pewter is plated in 22 karat gold, silver, rhodium, and copper finishes. You can feel confident that the pewter we offer is the best in the bead market! For more helpful information go to the Resources section of the Learning Center and click on Info, or click below.